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Richard Donohue and Donald Brown named 2019 "Lawyers of the Year" in Chicago

August 15, 2018

Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth is delighted to announce that Best Lawyers has named Richard Donohue and Donald Brown 2019 “Lawyers of the Year” in Chicago.

Mr. Donohue was named in the category of Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants while Mr. Brown was recognized for Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants.

This is Mr. Donohue’s third time receiving the award and Mr. Brown’s second time.

Partners Karen Kies DeGrand and John McGarry were named 2019 “Best Lawyers” as were Mr. Brown and Mr. Donohue. This marks Ms. DeGrand’s debut to the peer-ranked list. Mr. McGarry has earned the honor every year since 2012.

Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer-reviewed nominations. The methodology behind these awards is designed to capture the consensus opinion of lawyers within the same legal practice and geographical area. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed. Learn more here.